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DE08 GNZ

2008 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

116,408 mi
Last recorded116,408 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 GNZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2019 116,408 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened slightly damp. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 107,112 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 107,112 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour nsf osf nsr osr (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 98,508 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 88,814 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 77,780 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear brake discs lipped and corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2014 69,837 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

advise wheel alignment for tyre wear

rear brake discs corroding

Pass 22 Apr 2013 61,127 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs corroding and lipped

rear brake discs corroding

Pass 10 Apr 2012 51,722 miles

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight corrosion lip on front discs

Pass 27 Apr 2011 42,021 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?

Based on 3,816,734 MOT tests across 338,116 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
8,620
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
338,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81,688
Registration plate lamp not working 38,058
position lamp(s) not working 31,953
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31,729
Direction indicator incorrect colour 28,575
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DE08 GNZ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2008 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 100,396 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 81,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DE08 GNZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DE08 GNZ registered?

DE08 GNZ is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is DE08 GNZ safe to buy?

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